Que Ya Viví, Que Te Vas

Silvio Rodriguez's song 'Que Ya Viví, Que Te Vas' is a poignant exploration of loss, memory, and the passage of time. The lyrics are imbued with a sense of melancholy and introspection, as the narrator reflects on a relationship that has ended. The opening lines, 'Dejé pasar unas horas / Por si se huía tu sueño,' suggest a waiting period, a pause to see if the dream of the relationship might still hold some reality. This sets the tone for the rest of the song, where time and memory intertwine, creating a tapestry of emotions that are both personal and universal.

The recurring imagery of the guitar, 'En fin, la guitarra sola / Gira contigo en el centro,' serves as a metaphor for the narrator's emotional state. The guitar, often a symbol of artistic expression and emotional release, is now solitary, spinning around the central figure of the lost lover. This metaphor extends to the moon and the rain, elements that heighten the sense of solitude and longing. The lines 'Creo que la luna ya es muy alta / Y en la caricia falta / Un viaje a la humedad' evoke a night filled with yearning and unfulfilled desires.

As the song progresses, the narrator's sense of loss becomes more palpable. The repetition of 'Creo que me va a quitar el sueño / Un dedo aquí, un labio allá' underscores the physical and emotional void left by the lover's absence. The final refrain, 'Que te perdí, que ya no estás / Que ya viví, que te vas,' encapsulates the essence of the song—a resigned acceptance of the end of a significant chapter in life. Rodriguez's lyrical mastery lies in his ability to convey deep emotional truths through simple yet evocative language, making 'Que Ya Viví, Que Te Vas' a timeless reflection on love and loss.